Golden Gate High School vs Lely High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Gate High School
Naples · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,867 students
Lely High School
Naples · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,475 students
| Measure | Golden Gate High School Naples, Florida | Lely High School Naples, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 576 | #307 of 576 |
| National rank | #9954 of 16,910 | #8571 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,867 | 1,475 |
| Enrollment | 1,867 | 1,475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 39.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 53% |
| city | Naples | Naples |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lely High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 44.0).
- •Lely High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Lely High School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Lely High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 41.2%).
- •Lely High School does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.0).
- •Golden Gate High School is the larger school with 1,867 students compared with 1,475.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Golden Gate High School better than Lely High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lely High School ranks higher (49.3 vs 44.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Golden Gate High School and Lely High School?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Naples and Naples in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Gate High School: 1,867. Lely High School: 1,475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Gate High School and Lely High School rank in Florida?
Golden Gate High School is 370th of 576 and Lely High School is 307th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).